GRE Word List

POTENTIAL

existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality

The meaning of the word potential is existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality.

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WordMeaning
luscioushaving a delicious taste or smell : sweet
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zephyra breeze from the west
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
unassumingnot assuming : modest
quicksilvermercury
protractto prolong in time or space : continue